Culture and Belonging Manager

At Sodexo, our promise is to help people Belong, Act, Thrive
. We’re hiring a Culture & Belonging Manager to turn our global strategy into tangible, measurable impact across the UK & Ireland shaping culture, accelerating inclusion, and strengthening our employee value proposition  will translate the global Culture & Belonging (C&B) strategy into a UK&I regional framework
, align it to business priorities and social impact commitments, and lead the governance, KPIs, reporting and external benchmarking that make progress visible and sustainable. You’ll partner closely across HR and business leaders, and C&B Advisor to coordinate key initiatives and drive delivery.

• Turn strategy into action: Localise global C&B priorities into a practical UK&I roadmap with clear milestones, owners and measures.
• Own C&B governance: Lead frameworks for KPIs, reporting and external benchmarking to track progress and build accountability.
• Deliver signature initiatives: Coordinate and amplify C&B programmes across segments and employee networks, ensuring consistency and measurable outcomes.
• Advise and influence leaders: Provide subject‑matter expertise to senior stakeholders; coach teams to design inclusive processes, communications and experiences.
• Embed inclusive practices in the employee lifecycle: Work with our colleagues to strengthen inclusive recruitment and flexible work messaging and practices.
• Tell the story of impact: Partner with communication and our employee networks to share progress, insights and success stories across Sodexo and with external partners.

• Proven experience driving culture change and inclusion across complex organisations, with a track record of delivery and stakeholder influence.
• Fluency in governance, metrics and benchmarking (engagement survey insights, representation, external indices like Times Top 50).
• Strength in programme design and coordination moving initiatives from advisory input to active delivery with clear ownership and accountability.
• Excellent communication skills, able to translate data into narrative and inspire action across the business

Package Description

Competitive salary depending experience

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.

You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.

In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.

For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On‑Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We’re all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.